Synonyms for

Category

Verb / ˈkætʌˌgɔ:ri: / Another word for category — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A class or division of people or things regarded as having particular shared characteristics.

Synonyms & similar words

family class classification grouping division kind sort type variety class genre species family order rank grade caliber bracket league caste status stratum

Synonyms by register

Formal

classification grouping division set type

Informal

kind sort type class group

Literary

order rank station

Antonyms

individual exception discrepancy outlier uniqueness singularity

Common collocations

  • main category
  • sub category
  • broad category
  • specific category
  • new category
  • category management
  • category error
  • category theory

Word family

noun category
verb categorize
adjective categorical
adverb categorically

Usage note

Often used in academic or organizational contexts to denote a distinct group or classification. Be mindful of its formal tone; informal alternatives like 'kind' or 'sort' may be more appropriate in casual conversation.

Example sentences

  1. My favorite category in the game is strategy.
  2. The foods at the restaurant are divided into different categories.
  3. The science fair projects were judged based on their category.
  4. The toy store had a category just for dolls.
  5. The awards were given out by category.

Quotes

  • 'The best way to predict your future is to create it.' - Peter Drucker
  • 'The only way to do great work is to love what you do.' - Steve Jobs
  • 'Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react to it.' - Charles R. Swindoll

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